Today marks a monumental leap in Lagos’ journey towards unrivalled urban mobility as Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu’s vision for Lagos extends beyond infrastructure.
The enthusiastic Governor has shown that he is about weaving the very fabric of a connected future and it is a huge honor to inaugurate the Red Line Rail; a testament to his collective vision and resilience.
He said a heartfelt thank you to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for commissioning the project, for his unwavering support and for his commendable leadership, which have been pivotal to our progress.
Governor Sanwo Olu commented that he aims to unlock over 4trn Naira annually in lost work hours that the state’s productive manpower loses in traffic, further stating that this line will initially serve up to 500,000 Lagosians daily, with plans to increase this to 750,000, complementing the Blue Line and easing commutes.
“The red line, spanning 37 kilometres from Agbado in Ogun State to Oyingbo in Lagos State, is set to revolutionize commuter experiences while tackling challenges like traffic congestion and road safety. Completed in just 30 months, this project is a feat of engineering and determination.
With eight strategic stations, including Ikeja, Oshodi, and Yaba, the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Red Line integrates seamlessly with existing transport networks, offering smoother connectivity for millions.
Over 4.2 million Lagosians have already embraced our Cowry cards, uniting road, marine, and rail transport in a single, integrated system. This shows our readiness for a smarter, interconnected Lagos”, he further explained.
He acknowledged his predecessors, Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, and Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, whose groundwork has been crucial to his success. He then thanked the Governors of Ekiti, Ogun, Kogi, Borno, Imo, and NGF Chairman, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for their presence and support.
He also said that the Strategic Transport Master Plan outlines an ambitious blueprint for Lagos’ transport future, including six rail lines, a monorail, 14 BRT corridors, over 20 water routes, and an extensive road network. With two rail lines now complete, we’re just getting started. LAMATA’s leadership and commitment have been instrumental in bringing his vision to life.
He thanked every Lagosian for their support and belief in his vision for a more connected and efficient city, and said that Lagos state is not just moving forward; but redefining urban transformation across Africa.
